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Post by Tim Kerr on Aug 10, 2012 8:18:03 GMT
You will need bigger wheels. Whilst it may not hit when on the ground if you hit a pot hole or bump on the road at speed you could do some serious damage. Not sure if anyone is using the donor wheels.
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Post by airforceone on Aug 10, 2012 8:25:43 GMT
Focus wheels are 15 inch with a massive offset of 53. That's why the scrape the wishbones, you will probably find That you have scraped the top of the uprights as well. Once on the floor you will clear the uprights, just.
These wheels are no good, if you want 15 inch wheels then you will need to get an offset that will fit and not cause any scraping as the suspension travels.
16 or 17 inch with an offset of 38+/- a couple fit perfectly.
Ned
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Post by Deleted on Aug 10, 2012 8:44:15 GMT
5mm shim spacers for the wheels, halfrauds sell them for ease of getting hold of.
The offset of the wheels are the problem. But, put the damper in place and see if it happens with the dampers travel restricting the movement.
If you do shim the rear, pay attention to thread lengths in the hub, as you may need longer wheel studs if you fit wheel spacers.
IVA tester may jack the car up, to spin the wheels. If they bind, he may not be happy.
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Post by BobN on Aug 10, 2012 8:50:10 GMT
Many thanks all. I am only using the focus alloys during the build process whilst I decide what 16in alloys to go for.
So I will try to get in on the ground and from what I am hearing it should clear (but just). Not intending on rolling it around too much so hopefully will not do more damage. I want to get it on wheels then get the engine in at some point.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 10, 2012 9:06:25 GMT
Hi Bob,
I had 15 inch Focus alloys and they wouldn't fit - they scraped on the wishbone and with the Hi Spec calipers the handbrake lever on the caliper was pretty close the the iner rim.
I think you are right, they may well clear when the car goes down, but I would say that they should clear throughout the suspension travel - if you get some air (or just unload the suspension enough) and the wheel stops spinning it is not going to be a pleasant landing!
I have put 17 inch rims on mine now
Cheers Mark
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Post by BobN on Aug 10, 2012 9:08:10 GMT
But for the purpose of getting it off the axles and the engine in, it should be ok right? I am trying to avoid buying new alloys right now. Or in other words spending any more money now.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 10, 2012 18:24:38 GMT
Can't see any harm. You obviously just need to be careful of your wishbones!
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Post by BobN on Aug 10, 2012 19:32:09 GMT
Will give it a go carefully.
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Post by BobN on Aug 12, 2012 9:49:00 GMT
Well have gave it a go and the alloys still rub on the axle. Will now have to look into buying some alloys next month as I want get it rolling before the engine goes in.
Once that is in I can try to take some measurements and order pipes and hoses, for brakes and cooling system.
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Post by BobN on Aug 14, 2012 7:08:19 GMT
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Post by Paul (madeye) on Aug 14, 2012 7:26:49 GMT
why is the alloy sheet 15mm proud of the mesh at the top of the forward upright tube?
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Post by BobN on Aug 14, 2012 7:32:15 GMT
You have a keen eye for detail I see.
I have yet to cut it more accurately. I thought I will fit all the panels then see what tweaks to make and trim the bits next weekend and then cover them in fabric.
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Post by Paul (madeye) on Aug 14, 2012 7:53:31 GMT
its the little touches mate, they will make or break the finish when its complete...
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2012 15:57:35 GMT
The rear panel is best 90 degrees to the floor IMHO as it will give more room for the manifold and cat. This means you fix the top to the crossbar, and the bottom to 90 degree angle on the floor.
It fits better to the fuel tank. On the same subject, I'm making mine a 2 piece so I can access the engine side without having to remove the fuel tank.
It will join in the middle with done head Allen bolts.
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Post by BobN on Aug 15, 2012 7:00:00 GMT
Thanks for the idea Steve. So if I hear you right for the rear bulkhead, it would be better to connect the bottom to the inside tube (as oppose to outside/engine compartment as it is now) and for the top of the bulkhead connect it to the outside/engine side of the tube?)
Question about having it in 2 pieces. In what events will I need to have access to the engine once this is all done? Then I know whether I should do this too...
Bob
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